A Chicago man was sentenced to two years after prosecutors say he livestreamed himself with a Glock fitted with a conversion "switch" at Riis Park and fired a shot. Video and social posts were central to the federal case.

A 35-year-old man was wounded early Tuesday in Wentworth Gardens after someone in a dark vehicle opened fire. He was taken to UChicago Medical Center and detectives are investigating.

Highland Park police asked people on the 300-block of Walker Avenue to shelter in place while officers searched the area; authorities are seeking two people and asking for tips.

A pedestrian was struck and killed just west of Galewood station on July 20, halting North Central Service trains. Metra reported the person died at the scene and trains later resumed with delays.

A viral clip shows an older Cubs fan slap a younger spectator at Wrigley Field during the national anthem, sparking debate and legal questions.

A West Side driver says surveillance video appears to contradict CPD's account of a July 9 crash; she plans to contest three citations.

COPA has opened an investigation after an officer-involved shooting in North Lawndale. Officials say details remain limited and have asked the public to call the tip line.

Two Chicago college students reached a $2M settlement after alleging a podiatrist groomed them during 'shadow' visits that were presented as mentorship. State regulators later suspended his license.

A Chicago Public Schools custodian was taken into ICE custody after a July 17 check‑in; family members were released with ankle monitors as the community rallies.

A Chicago Heights traffic stop of a Maserati led to a felony gun charge after deputies say they recovered a loaded handgun and suspected cannabis.

Community groups say five ICE detainments were reported in Lake County this month, and organizers warn fear of enforcement is keeping witnesses quiet. Rapid‑response teams are mobilizing.

A Chicago police officer was shot Monday morning in Albany Park on the Northwest Side. The officer was taken to Illinois Masonic Medical Center as detectives investigated.

A man died after a Sunday-night shooting in Round Lake Beach. Police arrested a suspect and say the community is not at risk.